Pre-professional programs at Minot State University are tailored to meet the individual needs and career goals of each student. We are large enough to offer what you need and small enough to give you the attention you deserve.

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Pre-Professional Programs

Admission to all professional programs is competitive and is the prerogative of receiving institutions. So while we cannot guarantee acceptance, we can say students who complete their pre-professional studies at Minot State University:

Receive an exceptional education at an affordable price

Benefit from optimum student teacher ratios

Score well on admissions exams

Have a high rate of acceptance into professional programs

Division of Science programs

﻿Pre-Chiropractic[Course Catalog]MSU's pre-chiropractic program satisfies the 60 cr requirement of all accredited colleges of chiropractic medicine in the U.S.

Pre-Dentistry [Course Catalog]Pre-dentistry students at Minot State University typically major in chemistry or biology and complete their degrees before applying to dental school. North Dakota has no dental school of its own, but contracts with a number of out-of-state schools to hold space for North Dakota residents. The state pays part of the tuition for students admitted under the contract program.

Pre-Dental Hygiene [Course Catalog]Future dental hygiene students may complete their general studies and science requirements at Minot State University. The state’s only dental hygiene program is offered at North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton. It is a two-year program and enrollment is limited. Most accepted into the program have completed two years of university studies with a GPA of 3.0 or better.

Pre-Medicine [Course Catalog]The pre-medicine program of study prepares students to apply to medical school. Most medical schools prefer entering students have bachelor’s degrees, but do not prescribe specific majors. All medical schools recognize the desirability of a broad education, a good foundation in the natural sciences (mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics), highly developed communication skills, and a solid background in the social sciences and humanities.

Pre-Mortuary Science [Course Catalog]A variety of two- and four-year mortuary science programs are offered in the United States. Pre-mortuary science students typically spend one or two years at Minot State before enrolling in a professional program. To make the best coursework choices, students should have an idea of the professional program they hope to enter. Recommended courses include biology, chemistry, psychology, accounting, communications and social sciences.

Pre-Occupational Therapy [Course Catalog]Occupational therapists help individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Professional studies include human growth and development with emphasis on the social, emotional and physiological effects of illness and injury. The pre-occupational therapy program at Minot State University is designed to provide the first two years of a four-year degree program. Coursework includes anatomy, biology, psychology, chemistry, humanities and general studies.

Pre-Optometry [Course Catalog]Classes taken by pre-optometry students will depend on their interests and college of optometry to which they plan to apply. Typically pre-optometry students take at least one year biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, psychology and English before taking the Optometry Admissions Test and applying to optometry school. North Dakota has no optometry school of its own, but contracts with a number of out-of-state schools, reserving slots for North Dakota residents. The state pays part of the tuition for students admitted under the contract program.

Pre-Pharmacy [Course Catalog] The two-year pre-pharmacy track at Minot State University meets admission requirements at most pharmacy colleges and prepares students for the Pharmacy College Admission Test. North Dakota’s only pharmacy school – the College of Pharmacy, Nursing, and Allied Sciences at North Dakota State University in Fargo – offers master’s and doctoral degrees in pharmacy. Students apply for admission to NDSU’s professional program during their second pre-pharmacy year. Pre-pharmacy coursework includes biology, chemistry, calculus and anatomy.

Pre-Physical Therapy [Course Catalog]The pre-physical therapy track at Minot State University articulates with the six-year Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of North Dakota. Pre-professional coursework includes the sciences (biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy, physiology, psychology) and general studies courses. Students typically spend one or two years at Minot State before transferring to UND.

Pre-Veterinary Medicine [Course Catalog]Students interested in applying to veterinary school are encouraged to pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of the sciences and take courses that meet specific veterinary school admission requirements. Suggested coursework includes chemistry, biochemistry, biology, mathematics, physics and zoology. North Dakota has no veterinary medicine school of its own, but contracts with a number of out-of-state schools, reserving slots for North Dakota residents. The state pays part of the tuition for students admitted under the contract program.

Pre-Wildlife [Course Catalog] The pre-wildlife track is designed to satisfy the basic requirements recommended by most universities offering degree programs in fields such as ecology, wildlife management, and fisheries management. The course requirements also fulfill the requirements for the first two years in biology. The program is sufficiently broad to enable the student to transfer at the end of two years to a college or university offering specialized curricula in various fields of wildlife studies.

Division of Social Science Science programs

Pre-Law [Course Catalog] Students can select from nearly any major that emphasizes writing, research, and critical thinking to prepare for a career in law. History has always offered strong preparation, but many other areas such as Sociology, English, or Criminal Justice are equally good choices. Students interested in more specialized areas may contact the Division of Social Science (858-3130, 800-777-0750) for a more detailed program.

Pre-Seminary [Course Catalog]The suggested curricula for pre seminary students follows closely the curricula prepared by the American Association of Theological Schools. Such preparation should include an adequate back ground in English language and literature, history, philosophy, and at least one of the natural sciences. There should be proficiency in at least one foreign language. Additional courses are recommended in the areas of humanities and social sciences. A broad background in history, literature, and culture is recommended before theology and religion courses are attempted. Students interested in more specialized areas may contact the Division of Social Science (858-3130, 800-777-0750) for a more detailed program.

Keys to success

Individualized curriculumPre-professional programs at Minot State University are tailored to meet the individual needs and career goals of each student. We are large enough to offer what you need and small enough to give you the attention you deserve.

Individualized advisingWe are highly aware that admission into all professional programs is extremely competitive. Our academic advisors are prepared to work closely with students to make certain they meet or exceed requirements for acceptance into the professional programs of their choice.

Contact encouragedWe encourage students to make and maintain contact with professional schools and colleges prior to and during their enrollment at Minot State University and are prepared to facilitate those relationships.

Hands-on experienceAll pre-professional students are encouraged to observe, volunteer or get some work experience in a health care setting. In some professional programs, this is a requirement for admission. Minot businesses, agencies and organizations offer many opportunities for this kind of experience.

Reciprocity & tuition assistanceNorth Dakota does not have colleges of veterinary medicine, dentistry or optometry, but has reciprocal agreements with several colleges and provides tuition assistance to help North Dakota students pursue degrees in these areas. We encourage new students to notify the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education Office of their academic plans and maintain contact as they continue their studies and are accepted into professional programs.

Our college The College of Arts & Sciences is committed to comprehensive, holistic and interdisciplinary education. By integrating excellent teaching with scholarly and creative activity, we prepare students with the knowledge, values and skills they need to succeed in a diverse world.

Our facilities Our laboratories are equipped with exceptional computing resources, state of the art chemistry instruments and the latest in molecular biology equipment.

Our faculty The faculty in the College of Arts & Sciences are highly qualified instructors and active researchers. They are eager to help students meet their individual career goals and offer students tremendous opportunities to learn and participate in cutting-edge research.

Reciprocity for dental, optometry and veterinary medicine students North Dakota does not have its own colleges of dentistry optometry or veterinary medicine, but has reciprocal agreements with several out-of-state colleges. The reciprocity agreements provide North Dakota students a limited number of spaces at each institution.

Admitted students pay resident tuition rates at public colleges and universities and substantially less than full tuition at private institutions.

DentistryA.T. Still UniversityCreighton UniversityArizona School of Dentistry and Oral HealthMarquette UniversityLoma Linda UniversityUniversity of MinnesotaMidwestern UniversityGlendale CampusUniversity of NebraskaOregon Health and Science UniversityUniversity of California – Los AngelesUniversity of California – San FranciscoUniversity of Colorado Health Sciences CenterUniversity of Nevada – Las VegasUniversity of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of the Pacific University of Washington

Veterinary Medicine Colorado State University Iowa State University Oregon State University Kansas State University University of California - Davis University of Minnesota Washington State University

Optometry Arizona College of Optometry Illinois College of Optometry Midwestern University Glendale Campus Ohio State University Pacific University Southern California College of Optometry